Caretaker

St Mary’s Catholic School is seeking a School Caretaker to join our estates team at our large secondary school located in the centre of Bishop’s Stortford. This is a varied and active role, ideal for someone who enjoys meeting and working with a variety of people, practical work, problem-solving and supporting a busy school environment.

You will work alongside a team of caretakers and liaise closely with contractors, cleaning companies and external service providers. The role requires the ability to work independently, show initiative and maintain high standards across the school site.

• Working pattern: All year round, including school holidays
• Holidays: 24 days annual leave, plus 9 bank holidays
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, typically 7.30 a.m. – 3.30 p.m.
• Additional paid hours: As required (for example, parents’ evenings, governors’ meetings and school events)
• Driving licence: Full driving licence (or working towards one)

• Support the day-to-day operation, maintenance and security of the school site.
• Ensure the buildings, grounds and facilities are safe, secure, clean and well-maintained, in line with health and safety requirements.
• Monitor, operate and carry out routine checks on systems such as heating, lighting, cooling, alarms and CCTV.
• Undertake minor repairs, maintenance and general site tasks to support the efficient running of the school.
• Assist with site security, opening and closing procedures and compliance with safeguarding expectations.
• Support lettings and events, including evening and occasional weekend work.

• A reliable, practical and hardworking individual with caretaking, trade or DIY skills and a proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a caretaker/estates team.
• Ability to undertake evening duties as and when required.
• Good communication skills and the confidence to deal with a wide range of people.
• Basic IT skills appropriate to the role.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Whatever your level of experience, if you bring the right attitude, reliability and enthusiasm, we would love to hear from you. A DBS disclosure is required for all successful applicants. St Mary’s is committed to the equality of opportunity for all applicants, and we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis and close the application window early, therefore an early application is advisable.